The First Thanksgiving
Which Native American friend to the settlers acted as an interpreter?
Squanto
When was green bean casserole introduced to Thanksgiving dinners?
1955
When is Thanksgiving in Canada?
The second Monday in October
About how many pumpkin pies are consumed every Thanksgiving?
50 Million
Which President made Thanksgiving a permanent national holiday?
Abraham Lincoln
How long was the first Thanksgiving celebration?
Three days
What kind of pies do American prefer on Thanksgiving?
Apple Pie
When was the first Thanksgiving football game?
1876
What percent of Americans skip turkey on Thanksgiving?
12%
Which President first ordered a national day of Thanksgiving?
George Washington
How many women were at the very first Thanksgiving celebration?
What traditional dish was missing at the first Thanksgiving?
When was the first Thanksgiving NFL game?
1920
How many calories are consumed, per person, at Thanksgiving dinner?
4,500 Calories
Which President made turkey pardoning an annual event?
George H.W. Bush
What Native American tribe celebrated the first Thanksgiving with the Pilgrims?
The Wampanoag
How much does the average Thanksgiving turkey weigh?
15 pounds
When was the first Turkey Trot?
1896
How many turkeys are prepared for Thanksgiving in America each year?
46 Million
Who was the first President to pardon a turkey?
John F. Kennedy
In what month did the very first Thanksgiving celebration likely take place?
September
WILD CARD - Black Friday is the biggest day of the year for what trade profession?
Plumbers
What did President Calvin Coolidge receive as a Thanksgiving present?
A live raccoon
How many Americans prefer Thanksgiving leftovers to Thanksgiving dinner?
80%
Which President refused to celebrate Thanksgiving as a national holiday?
Thomas Jefferson